First United Methodist Church of Kearney Sermons

The book of John - Day 40

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Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, bringing peace when people expected war. The crowds shouted "Hosanna!" then "Crucify him!" days later. Palm Sunday reminds us: Jesus came not to meet our expectations, but to save us from sin through His ultimate act of love and courage.

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As Jesus moves closer to the cross, one woman responds with a stunning act of love and sacrifice. Her story invites us to consider how we respond to what Jesus has done for us. This Sunday, we’ll explore why a life of sacrifice is never wasted when it’s given to Him.

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This Sunday we continue our journey through the Gospel of John with the story of a man who was blind but suddenly could see. Surprisingly, the miracle doesn’t lead to celebration—it leads to criticism. In John 9:13–16 we see how people’s reactions to Jesus reveal what’s really going on inside their hearts. Join us this week as we explore a challenging question: Are we looking for what God is doing, or just protecting our own turf?

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Some Bible verses make you stop and say, “Jesus… I’m sorry, what?”In John 6:53, Jesus says: “Unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you.” It sounds shocking, but Jesus is making a deeper point:we all have a spiritual hunger.If Jesus isn’t feeding you, something else is — success, approval, money, politics, comfort.But those things are just empty calories.Jesus says: “I am the bread of life.”

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God is like a lifeguard who never fails, constantly watching over us, ready to save. We're all drowning in the pool of life, but through Jesus, we've been offered rescue and new life."For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16) These 26 words remind us that God's love isn't conditional—it's for the whole world, including you. Jesus didn't come to condemn us but to save us. Condemnation is not God's goal; salvation is.This Lent, we're diving into the Gospel of John together. No matter where you are or what mistakes you've made, you are loved more than you can ever know. Nothing can separate you from God's love. Join us as we explore what it means to be fully saved and wholly loved.

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What is God really like?This Sunday we’re kicking off a brand new series in the book of John—“So That You May Believe.” In a world full of questions, mysteries, and mixed messages, John points us to a simple but powerful truth: if you want to know what God is like, look at Jesus.Join us as we explore John 1:1–4 and discover how Jesus, the “Word,” reveals the very heart of God—and invites us into real, lasting life. We’ll also share a simple, practical way for you to engage Scripture during Lent alongside our church family.Come ready to reflect, ask questions, and take a next step in your faith journey.

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